Probationary Firefighter – Brockville – 2021

Under the direction of a Captain, you will be a team player responsible for all fire suppression activities that are necessary to save life and property, rescue/extrication operations and provide medical assistance in an emergency environment. You will conduct routine maintenance of firefighting vehicles, facilities, and equipment. You focus on community service while performing fire safety, education and inspections of properties and equipment for fire hazards.   You will follow instructions and orders from superior officers in action, maintenance, and training situations.  Perform other duties as assigned.

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older by application deadline and legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Ontario Secondary School Diploma OSSD (Grade 12) or academic equivalent diploma.
• Have successfully completed ONE of the following:
  • Pre-service Firefighter education and training program certificate from a recognized institution that includes NFPA1001 Firefighter I & II certification: or
  • NFPA 1001 Firefighter I and II certification from an accredited program from a recognized institution, (proof of IFSAC or ProBoard seal required); or
  • A Letter of Compliance with NFPA Standards from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office (Grandfathering) will be accepted in lieu of seals.
• Successful completion of all stages (1-3) of the OFAI Candidate Testing Services (as verified by possession of a current and valid CTS Certificate) prior to the date of application submission.
• Valid Standard First Aid Certificate with Level C CPR (Must be kept valid while active in the recruitment process).
• Valid Class "D" Ontario Driver’s Licence with "Z" endorsement.
• Meet the medical standards (NFPA 1582: Standard on Comprehensive Occupational Medical Program for Fire Departments) at the time of a medical examination.

• Professional and/or Volunteer Firefighting experience.
• University Degree or College Diploma.
• Trade Apprenticeship or Certification (i.e., Electrician, Plumber, Mechanic, Construction, etc.)
• Commitment to volunteerism and community involvement as demonstrated by experience volunteering in social/civil/community events and initiatives, non-profit organizations, counselling, crisis intervention.
• Commitment to personal and professional development and in continuing training and education through ongoing learning.
• Training and Experience operating heavy vehicles (for example: trucks, tractor trailers, buses).